COSTA RICA BEAUTIES
8 Day/7 Night Itinerary
This tour highlights the beauty of several Costa Rican ecosystems with stays at Arenal, Monteverde, and Manual Antonio.
Notes:
1. You may start/end this tour at the airport in San Jose or Liberia.
2. Regarding pricing, you have 2 choices on hotel accommodation options (A&B)
3. We can also operate the program with your choice of using a rental car for independent transfers and travel.
4. This program can be operated year-round and starting most any date for one or more persons. Group rates are available.
Day 1: Arrival - SAN JOSE or LIBERIA
Pick up and transfer from the International Airport to your selected hotel. Rest of the day on your own to enjoy the Hotel amenities and facilities.
Option A hotels: In San Jose: Costa Rica Marriott / In Liberia: Hilton Garden Inn
Option B hotels: In San Jose: Best Western Irazú / In Liberia: La Plazuela
Day 2: SAN JOSE or LIBERIA – ARENAL VOLCANOAfter breakfast, you are transferred to the Arenal Volcano area for two overnights. Along the way you will observe the scenic beauty of the many picturesque towns and villages, and the agricultural farms of the region. (B)
Option A hotel: Tabacón Grand Spa & Resort / Option B hotel: Montaña de Fuego
Day 3: ARENAL VOLCANO
Breakfast at your hotel. Time in the morning to advantage of the hotel facilities and amenities. Your afternoon will include a hiking tour through Arenal Volcano National Park. There you will be able to see remnants of the last eruption of the volcano and afterwards visit the hot springs and gardens at Tabacón Resort. (B)
Day 4: ARENAL VOLCANO – MONTEVERDE
Breakfast at your hotel. Transfer to the Monteverde cloud forest for two overnights. The drive allows you to experience the views of Lake Arenal and many of the typical communities of the countryside. Afternoon on your own to enjoy the amenities of the hotel. (B)
Option A hotel: El Establo / Option B hotel: Don Taco
Day 5: MONTEVERDE
In the morning you have a guided natural history hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Your expert guides will assist in interpreting the many natural wonders of this extraordinary ecosystem. (B)
Day 6: MONTEVERDE – MANUEL ANTONIO
After breakfast is a transfer to the Central Pacific Coast for two overnights. During the trip you can observe many of the typical communities in the countryside.
Option A hotel: Parador / Option B hotel: Dependent on dates and availibity
Day 7: MANUEL ANTONIO
In the morning you have a tour to one of Costa Rica’s most renowned National Parks – Manuel Antonio. After the guided walk to the beach, you can relax for a couple of hours in the tranquil crystalline waters of the Pacific Ocean. The evening is free so you can rid yourself of any excess money by shopping or going to a casino. (B)
Day 8: MANUEL ANTONIO – SAN JOSE or LIBERIA
Breakfast at your hotel. At the prearranged time,
Includes:
● VIP Reception at the International Airport.
● Transfers as listed (unless taking the Rental Car option).
● Accommodation in planned or similar hotels, including breakfast and taxes.
Rental Car Option includes delivery of rental car to your San José or Liberia hotel. A Daihatsu Bego car rental from day 2 to day 8, with Basic Insurance. Rental car return is at the International Airport.